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3.6. RTC Backup
The RTC (Real Time Clock) function is supported by M85 module. The RTC is designed to work with an
external 32.768KHZ crystal and an internal power supply. If VBAT voltage is not present, a backup power
supply such as a coin-cell battery (rechargeable or non-chargeable) or a super-cap can be used. The
VRTC pin is voltage input for RTC and a 1.5K resistor is integrated in the module for peak current limit.
The following figures show various sample circuits for RTC backup.
Module
RTC
Core
1.5K
VRTC
Non-chargeable
Backup Battery
Figure 14: RTC Supply from a Non-chargeable Battery
VRTC
Rechargeable
Backup Battery
Module
RTC
Core
1.5K
Figure 15: RTC Supply from a Rechargeable Battery
SLEEP mode
Use PWRKEY pin, or use
EMERG_OFF pin
Pull DTR down or
incoming call or SMS
or GPRS
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